Washington State Historical Museum
1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
400 Capacity
$180 to $880 / Meeting
The Washington State History Museum is where fascination and FUN come together! People of all ages can explore and be entertained in an environment where characters from Washington's past speak about their lives. Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about our state's unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.
The Washington State History Museum offers a variety of spaces that can be used individually or combined to suit a wide variety of events, from small business meetings and lunches to receptions for over 300 guests. The Museum even has its own auditorium with over 200 seats, ideal for conferences, awards ceremonies, or even a movie!
Begin your journey through Washington with an architectural masterpiece: designed by Charles Moore and Arthur Andersson, the 106,000 square foot museum building stands proudly on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma. The museum boasts soaring spaces and dramatic archways that invite you into a history experience full of colors, textures, sights, and sounds.
Washington State Historical Museum
1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA
400 Capacity
$180 to $880 / Meeting
The Washington State History Museum is where fascination and FUN come together! People of all ages can explore and be entertained in an environment where characters from Washington's past speak about their lives. Through interactive exhibits, theatrical storytelling, high-tech displays and dramatic artifacts, learn about our state's unique people and places, as well as their impact on the country and the world.
The Washington State History Museum offers a variety of spaces that can be used individually or combined to suit a wide variety of events, from small business meetings and lunches to receptions for over 300 guests. The Museum even has its own auditorium with over 200 seats, ideal for conferences, awards ceremonies, or even a movie!
Begin your journey through Washington with an architectural masterpiece: designed by Charles Moore and Arthur Andersson, the 106,000 square foot museum building stands proudly on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma. The museum boasts soaring spaces and dramatic archways that invite you into a history experience full of colors, textures, sights, and sounds.
Event Pricing
Rental Rates
400 people max
$45 - $220
per hour
Availability (Last updated 4/26)
Event Spaces
Pre-Function
General Event Space
Amphitheatre
Alternate Venue
Alternate Venue
Alternate Venue
Fixed Board Room
Recommendations
Sophistication, comfort and all the help you need along the way.
— An Eventective User
We chose the mezzanine for our dinner dance. There was ample room for our 40 guests and the 5 piece band. The museum provided all the chairs and the tables we needed in the desired shapes. I had sent Dave the set up I wanted and everything was ready when we got there to decorate. It's a lovely setting...deep wood paneling, a curved bannister (which looked stunning with lighted garland. They also provided a podium and mike for our MC and speakers. They gave us ample time to set up and take down.Our guests also got to tour the museum all evening! It was perfect
This is an excellent venue!
— An Eventective User
The staff is accommodating, friendly and great communicators.
Great Place to have an event
— An Eventective User
from Renton, WA
30year anniversary and vow renewal went off without a hitch thanks to the great staff and beautiful venue. The event staff was fantastic and walked us through all parts of planning and day of. Can not recommend enough.
Incredible venue an event!!
— An Eventective User
We had our daughter’s engagement celebration here. The staff was timely and attentive. Mr. Dave Becker, our point of contact, was helpful and accommodating. Our guests loved being able to visit the exhibits. HIGHLY recommend!!
Rehearsal dinner
— An Eventective User
from Port Orchard, WA
Celebrated our son’s rehearsal dinner with around 75 guests, many from out of state. It was a wonderful venue. Family and friends were able to browse the museum during the party. Dave Becker made renting and using the facility stress free. Lots of compliments from everyone who attended. So thankful we chose to have our party there.
Management Response
We at the Washington State History Museum wish you and all your family the best. We are all happy for you!
Book this place!!!
— An Eventective User
I see myself booking another event at this beautiful place. Very well organized and staff is top notch. My daughter's graduation party turned out wonderful.
Management Response
So very happy to hear your family and you had such a wonderful time at the museum. We try very hard to please our customers with hopes they will return. Wishing you all the best!
So much fun!
— An Eventective User
This was a great place for our office party! The room was just great for the 35ish people we had and it had a great view. Dave was just awesome to work with and they made it super easy to set up everything. They even put together a little scavenger hunt you can do while people go view the museum exhibits which was fun to host the party and have viewing the stuff a main attraction. Totally recommend for anyone's small party (although they do have rooms for bigger events too which I am sure would go over just as smoothly).
Excellent place to hold your event
— An Eventective User
We held a rehearsal dinner here. The venue is professionally run and we and our guests really enjoyed the venue. The staff was amazing and was there within seconds when I needed any type of help. Would definitely use this venue again and again!
Fantastic venue with amazing staff!
— An Eventective User
Rented the Odlin Board Room and balcony and was not disappointed. The staff took care of everything from assisting the caterers to the bar service to setting up for my husband’s retirement party from the US Army. I highly recommend you use their venues and services for a success event. :)
Management Response
We hope you, your guests and especially your husband had a most memorable time celebrating his retirement with us. We wish you all the best!
Additional Info
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
- ADA/ACA Accessible
- Full Bar/Lounge
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- On-Site Catering Service
- Outdoor Function Area
- Outside Catering Allowed
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Max Number of People for an Event: 400
- Number of Event/Function Spaces: 8
- Special Features: History Museum offers many benefits for it's rental customers and offers onsite support to ensure smooth operation of any event or program. Museum offers Governmental and Nonprofit discounts.
- Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 250
- Year Renovated: 2021